Ronaldinho
has been forced to quit the Indian Premier Futsal after just two matches.
The
Brazil legend will return to his homeland as 'brand ambassador' for the
Paralympic Games in Rio which means he has had to leave his role in India just
days after scoring five goals on his debut for Goa.
The
36-year-old will be replaced by former international team-mate Cafu who joins
Luis Figo, Paul Scholes and a host of other stars in India.
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| Former Brazil World cup winner Cafu replaces Ronaldinho |
In a statement reported by Gazetta World, Ronaldinho said:
'I
have had an amazing time playing in Chennai.
'Unfortunately, just when I was
getting in my groove and getting to know the country better, I have to go back,
as my country needs me.
'The
para-Olympics committee has honoured me to be their ambassador, which requires
me to be in Brazil.
'I
was looking forward towards being in Goa, but I learnt only yesterday of this
development. I am delighted to spend these days in your beautiful country and
promote the game I grew up playing.'
On
Sunday, the former Barcelona star proved he's not lost any of his talent after
scoring an outrageous lob
Ronaldinho,
who became famous for his audacious trickery and skill during matches, put on a
masterclass to help his side to a comfortable 7-2 victory over Bengaluru.
The
36-year-old, who retired from professional eleven-a-side football with
Fluminense in 2015, showed no signs of rustiness as he wowed the crowd at the
inaugural tournament in India.
culled from 365sporting.blogspot.com
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